Information Security Compliance Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a detail-oriented Information Security Compliance Specialist to ensure adherence to POPIA, GDPR, ISO 27001, and related standards. You will develop and maintain compliance programs, conduct assessments, and manage regulatory audits.

With a strong focus on data privacy, your responsibilities include training staff, coordinating assessments, and monitoring regulatory changes, all within a balanced hybrid work model that combines office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Law, IT, or Business Administration).
• 3+ years in information security compliance, risk management, or privacy roles.
• Strong knowledge of POPIA, GDPR and ISO 27001/NIST standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies and procedures for regulatory compliance.
• Conduct regular compliance assessments and gap analyses against frameworks.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update compliance programs accordingly.
• Coordinate documentation for regulatory audits and external reviews.
• Provide training on security compliance requirements to staff.
• Investigate and report compliance deviations and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Privacy laws

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Policy development

Audit coordination

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law / IT / Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Information Security Compliance Specialist to join their team in Polokwane. This role is dedicated to ensuring the organization adheres to all relevant legal, regulatory, and contractual security obligations. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance programs, conducting assessments, and managing relationships with regulatory bodies. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of data privacy laws and security standards, with a proven ability to translate complex requirements into actionable compliance strategies, ensuring the organization maintains the highest levels of integrity and trustworthiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations such as POPIA and industry standards.
• Conduct regular compliance assessments and gap analyses against relevant frameworks and regulations.
• Monitor changes in the regulatory landscape and update compliance programs accordingly.
• Manage the collection and preparation of documentation for regulatory audits and external reviews.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on security compliance requirements and best practices.
• Investigate and report on compliance deviations, recommending corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in information security compliance, risk management, or privacy roles.
• Strong knowledge of data protection laws (e.g., POPIA, GDPR) and information security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Experience with compliance management tools and methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple compliance initiatives simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in compliance and security management.
• A balanced hybrid work model offering both office and remote work flexibility.
• Contribute to maintaining the company's integrity and compliance standards.